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You may have to shop araound for insurance for German vans. 

BUY british and keep the flag flying it is one of the only manufacturing industries we still have left

Plenty of choice and not just on price.

Quote: Originally posted by newcamper1744 on 13/8/2007

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we are looking to upgrade our caravan to a fixed bed van, 4 berth.  any suggestions.  We quite like the Adria models but still not sure.  Also the implications of insurance etc on german vans. 

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If they are bought in the UK and are legal to drive on UK roads ( ie not tto wide or too long ) then there are no issues whatsoever.

I think the main difference with non British vans is 1) the door is on the other side of the van and 2) the cooking facilities are usually a lot smaller.

I love my fixed bed Lunar Lexon.  Wide spacious feeling but still lightweight.

We have just got a Cristall this year and had no problems with insurance. However it is made to british spec with the door on the right side.

They are a German manufacturer but built in Belguim and are often stocked by the dealers who deal with Adria. We love it.

Quote: Originally posted by 1mamaa on 14/8/2007

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we have a bessacarr denaby, (german) and must say, even though she is 12yr old and has had four previous owners, the spec is fantastic and i had absolutely no problem getting insurance from the caravan club. I would say for you to look at lots of vans, you will know whats right for you.  Incidentally, i didnt specifically buy it because it was a german van, it was recommended to me and,  as i am a first-timer i took the advice.  I now need to find a porch awning, so any advice on porch awnings from anyone on ukcs, please let me know. cheers. Jane

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Bessacar vans were made in the UK, always a nice van though and very well made.